Foster Adoptive Mission http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org Good Homes Make Great Kids! Mon, 20 May 2013 16:21:27 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 DCF Open House, Stratford http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org/2013/05/dcf-open-house-stratford-2/ http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org/2013/05/dcf-open-house-stratford-2/#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 15:05:41 +0000 admin http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org/?p=3066 Starbucks
Mednow Plaza
Stratford, CT
Information meeting regarding DCF’s currents for foster and adoptive parents.  Contact Amy Wiltsie for more information at 203.384.5601.
June 12, 2013, 9 – 11 a.m.
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Through the use of humor and drama youth and parents will learn more about:

  • Texting/Sexting
  • Cyberbullying and Internet Safety
  • Gaming Addiction
  • Gambling Addiction

***Please note: Due to the mature content in the skits,
 this show is NOT appropriate for anyone under age 12.

Space is limited.  Please RSVP to 203.706.0101 or email: fam_coordinator@yahoo.com

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Join the Department of Children and Families and host, Jocelyn Maminta at 1pm at the Lord & Taylor store in Westfarms Mall (2nd floor)

]]> http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org/2013/05/foster-mother-fashion-show/feed/ 0 Helping Youth Transition to Adulthood: Guidance for Foster Parents http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org/2013/05/helping-youth-transition-to-adulthood-guidance-for-foster-parents/ http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org/2013/05/helping-youth-transition-to-adulthood-guidance-for-foster-parents/#comments Tue, 14 May 2013 15:25:46 +0000 admin http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org/?p=3046 New publication (April 2013)  from the Child Welfare Information Gateway that provides foster parents with guidance on how to help youth and emerging adults build a foundation for a successful transition to adult life outside of foster care. This factsheet for families includes eight tip sheets that provide specific guidance on topics related to self-sufficiency.

Access PDF here.

]]> http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org/2013/05/helping-youth-transition-to-adulthood-guidance-for-foster-parents/feed/ 0 Color Me Blue for Foster Care Awareness http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org/2013/05/color-me-blue-for-foster-care-awareness/ http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org/2013/05/color-me-blue-for-foster-care-awareness/#comments Sat, 04 May 2013 12:33:06 +0000 admin http://www.fosteradoptivemission.org/?p=2966 May is National Foster Care  Month. This year we again partner with CT hair and nail salons to offer a one –time complimentary service.
The blue hair or blue nails serve as a visual reminder of the over 4, 000 children in CT who reside in foster care.

Every child deserves a home. Go BLUE and help us spread our message! Please call or visit one of the participating businesses during the month of May.

Each salon may offer a different BLUE service, check for details while supplies last. For best viewing

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110 West Main Street
Meriden, CT 06540
Contact Ashley Minihan at 203.394.8506 for more information or to reserve a seat.
July 16, 2013, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
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105 Miller St.
Meriden, CT 06450
Contact Ashley Minihan at 203.394.8506 for more information or to reserve a seat.
June 20, 2013, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
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65 Wooster Street
Shelton, CT
Contact Ashley Minihan at 203.394.8506 for more information or to reserve a seat.
May 23, 2013, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
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One Long Wharf
5th Floor – across from elevators
New Haven , CT 06511
Contact Ashley Minihan at 203.394.8506 for more information or to reserve a seat.
May 16, 2013, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
June 13, 2013, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
July 16, 2013, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
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Drop by the Foster Care and Adoption Information Center and paint a wooden birdhouse for mom!

 Who: Open to the public everyone is welcome

When: Saturday May 11th 11-1pm

Where: CT Foster Care and Adoption Information Center, 84 Washington Ave (Across from Paul Mitchell) North Haven

Why: To celebrate moms and to raise awareness for all the kids in CT who are waiting for families!

To learn more please call 203-394-8506

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